Ghana Institute of Engineers hold conference in Tamale
The second edition of the Ghana Institute of Engineers (GhIE) Branch five (5) Annual General Meeting (AGM) and conference has been held in Tamale with Engineers urged to commit to advancing the engineering profession to contribute to the growth and development of the country.
Advancing in technology and innovation and compliance with industry rules would help design ensure quality projects that would help enhance the integrity of the professionals as well as ensure value for money for project executed.
The two-day event organised by the regional chapter Branch 2 dubbed “Engineering for sustainable development: Resilient Engineering for the future: A National Development imperative” was to provide a platform for members to exchange ideas, showcase innovative projects and build synergies that accelerate national progress.
It also brought together stakeholders from the industry, student engineers, researchers and academia to deliberate on issues affecting the sector and the remedy to address them.
Vice Chancellor of the Tamale Technical University (TaTU) represented by the Dean of Faculty of Business school, Prof. Adams Issahaku who announced these said, prioritizing resources is key and that engineers must adopt innovative techniques and technologies that would minimize the use of non-renewable resources and reduce waste during construction and manufacturing processes.
By embracing principles of a circular economy, engineers can design systems that reuse and recycle materials contributing to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future, he said.
He stressed the need for engineers to design smart cities that integrate green spaces, efficient public transportation, water conservation systems and waste, management strategies to create livable environments for future generations.
“The University serving as a hub for technical education and innovation in Northern Ghana is committed equipping students with the skills, knowledge and ethical grounding needed to drive sustainable solution”, he noted.
We aim to build partnership with institutions to bridge the gap between academia and industry and also foster a culture of continuous professional development.
The Director of ICT and northern Regional Branch Chair person, Ing. Abdul-Shakud Iddrisu said, the technological advancement, climate change, global health crisis and socio-economic transformations have underscored the importance of resilient engineering practices and innovations to ensure systems, infrastructure and technologies are capable of withstanding adversities.
“In Ghana, the stakes are high and with the rapid urbanization, a growing population and increasing demands for energy, transportation, housing and jobs, we must rise to the challenge of creating resilient systems that not only address today’s needs but adapt to the needs of future generations”, he said.
The theme therefore reflects on the urgent for professionals to adapt, innovate and lead in an era defined by rapid changes adding that “as engineers, we are not only builders of infrastructure but a solution architects, enablers of progress and guardians of sustainability”.
He noted that, the chapter has been providing capacity training for artisans on skills needed to address real-world challenges.
According to him, the conference gave an opportunity to review the branch’s progress over the years, discussed new initiatives and renew collective vision for the sector.
The event was also used to elect new executives to spearhead the activities in the region.
